# Photo Geo Release — Geocache your own photo

> Geocache photos and codes by visiting specified locations. (iPhone/iPad app by SAILSECRETS LIMITED.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-geo-release/id1596646143 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SAILSECRETS LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1360216095)
- Category: Utilities, Photo & Video
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2021-11-30
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-geo-release/id1596646143/reviews.md

## What is Photo Geo Release?

Lock your photo away until you have visited certain places. 

Securely store a photo of anything on your phone and then only see once you have checked into a sequence of locations. Or, have your friend store a photo on your phone and set locations for you, they can also set advanced options.

App features:

You, or your friend, store items (food, keys, cash, cards, codes) in a box and lock with a combination lock. 

Solo play: You set a new randomised code on the combination lock and without looking take a photo using the app, you set the locations, press start, the go visit those locations to unlock the photo and code.

1. Put items in a container that has a combination lock, or a container that can be locked with a combination padlock, or lock a combination padlock on anything else. 
2. Set the locations.
3. Randomise the combination.
4. Take a photo with the app (squint your eyes so you don’t see the numbers).
5. Press start and then wait for the time to expire.
6. When the time expires open the app and the photo to get the code.
7. Unlock the combination lock and get your items out of the container.

Friend play: Your trusted friend sets a code on the combination lock and takes a photo using the app on your phone, they set locations for you and press start. You then must go visit those locations in sequence to unlock the photo to see the code.

1. Put items in a container that has a combination lock, or a container that can be locked with a combination padlock.
2. Your trusted friend sets the locations and advanced options on your phone.
3. Your friend sets the combination code (and may keep a record of it, so you can ask them for it).
4. Your friend takes a photo with the app on your phone, may set advanced options (see below), presses start, and hands you back your phone.
5. You wait for the time to expire.
6. Your friend can edit the advanced options if you allow them.
7. When you have checked into all locations in sequence open the app and the photo to get the code.
8. Unlock the combination lock and get your items out of the container.

More details:

Master settings: If your friend sets a master passcode they can change advanced settings at anytime, they can also unlock the photo early if they feel kind. They may choose to lock master settings, in which case you must visit all locations.

Early release: If you are desperate to access the photo and code early you can choose to quit, but this comes at a penalty cost you set for yourself or which your friend sets for you.

Advanced options: 
These require a keyholder master passcode, set the passcode before starting the session and then set the advanced options:
 - Expiry time: you can set time limit at which the photo unlocks automatically without visiting all location. Or your friend can do this for you.
 - Show thumbnail: show a small blurred thumbnail of the photo when you peak.
 - Unlock cost: you or your friend sets the early release penalty from 1 to 100 credits.
 - Late penalty: your or your friend set a time limit to visit the locations. If you are late you need 1 to 100 credits to unlock the photo.

Random options: 
 - If playing solo, you can randomise the advanced options before you start. Will the thumbnail be shown, how much will the early release penalty be? How long is the expiry time?

v1.07 - fixed reset of expiry and deadline time, show time remaining
v1.08 - fixed late penalty issue
v1.09 - fixed issue with New session link not showing, added launch screen
v1.10 - updated help info

## Key features

- Secure photo and code storage
- Location-based unlocking
- Solo and friend play modes
- Combination lock integration
- Customizable expiry times
- Optional early release penalties

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Credit | $0.99 | one-time |
| 100 Credits | $99.99 | one-time |
| 5 Credits | $4.99 | one-time |
| 10 Credits | $9.99 | one-time |
| 50 Credits | $54.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-geo-release/id1596646143/reviews.md

### 4/5 — I like it.

*2022-05-23*

Haven’t tested it fully yet, but the scavenger hunt concept has great potential. 
Took a little while to find the master settings, app isn’t as intuitive as it could be. 
Perhaps add the option to change from map view to satellite view for setting locations.

## Frequently asked questions about Photo Geo Release

### What is Photo Geo Release?

Photo Geo Release is a utility app that allows you to securely store photos and codes, which are only revealed after you visit a predefined sequence of locations. It offers both solo play and the ability for friends to set up challenges.

### How does Photo Geo Release work?

In solo mode, you set locations, randomize a combination, take a photo without looking at the numbers, and then visit the locations to reveal the code. In friend mode, a trusted friend sets up the locations and photo for you on your phone.

### Can I use Photo Geo Release offline?

The core functionality of locking and unlocking photos based on location check-ins requires location services to be active. While the app itself is free, specific features or advanced options might involve in-app purchases.

### What are the "advanced options" in Photo Geo Release?

Advanced options, accessible with a master passcode, include setting an expiry time for automatic photo unlock, showing a blurred thumbnail, and defining an "unlock cost" or penalty for early release.

### Is Photo Geo Release suitable for children?

Photo Geo Release has an age rating of 4+, making it generally suitable for younger users. The app's features are designed for interactive challenges and secure storage.

### How often is Photo Geo Release updated?

The app was last updated on February 10, 2022, with version 1.21. This indicates a history of updates, suggesting ongoing development and maintenance.

### What devices support Photo Geo Release?

Photo Geo Release is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to run on Apple's iOS ecosystem.

### Does Photo Geo Release have ads?

No, Photo Geo Release does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases for enhanced features.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.21 — 2022-02-10

Simplified options, and added hot/cold proximity view as an alternative to map view.

### 1.18 — 2022-01-06

Updated store images

### 1.13 — 2021-12-23

Fixed bug and dded camera overlay

### 1.12 — 2021-12-06

Added option to 'abandon session' to 'unlock screen'
Fixed deadline expiry before start issue

### 1.10 — 2021-11-30

No release notes.

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